What are the main factors that influence a Nuclear Inspector's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Nuclear Inspector's salary?

A Nuclear Inspector's salary grows with experience: a Product/Brand Marketing Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $65,183, a Product/Brand Marketing Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $80,707, a Nuclear Inspector (4-7 years)earns $117,124, a Product/Brand Marketing Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $142,285, a Product/Brand Marketing Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $167,881,

What are the highest paying states for a Nuclear Inspector?

Nuclear Inspector salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Nuclear Inspector roles are District of Columbia $122,898, California $122,432, Massachusetts $120,800. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Nuclear Inspector roles make?

Salaries for Nuclear Inspector level roles vary by specialization: Nuclear Operator: $112,440; Nuclear Instructor: $107,759; Nuclear Medicine: $84,727; Nuclear Engineering: $81,107; Nuclear Engineer: $81,047.

Nuclear Inspector Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Nuclear Inspector make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Nuclear Inspector in Rhode Island is $115,084 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

However, a Nuclear Inspector's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $126,950
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $105,291 to $121,295
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $96,376

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Nuclear Inspector Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,295	$10,108	$2,333	$58
Average	$115,084	$9,590	$2,213	$55
25th Percentile	$105,291	$8,774	$2,025	$51

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Key Factors That Influence Nuclear Inspector Salaries

A Nuclear Inspector's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Nuclear Inspector Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Nuclear Inspector's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $65,183
Early Career (1-2 years): $80,707
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $117,124
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $142,285
Expert (over 8 years): $167,881

Levels	Salary
Product/B... Level Nuclear Inspector	$65,183
Product/B... Level Nuclear Inspector	$80,707
Nuclear I... Level Nuclear Inspector	$117,124
Product/B... Level Nuclear Inspector	$142,285
Product/B... Level Nuclear Inspector	$167,881

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How Do Nuclear Inspector Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Nuclear Inspectors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $122,898.
California: $122,432.
Massachusetts: $120,800.

District of Columbia $122,898 California $122,432 Massachusetts $120,800 Washington $120,356 New Jersey $120,312 Alaska $120,156 Connecticut $118,625 New York $118,003

Hawaii $116,016 Rhode Island $115,084 Maryland $114,451 Minnesota $113,585 Colorado $113,252 Illinois $113,141 Oregon $112,719 Delaware $112,409

New Hampshire $112,213 Virginia $111,776 Pennsylvania $110,500 Nevada $109,856 North Dakota $109,645 Michigan $109,312 Wisconsin $109,190 Vermont $108,946

Texas $108,268 Maine $108,224 Arizona $108,157 Ohio $108,080 Georgia $107,059 Indiana $106,548 Wyoming $106,448 Utah $106,293

Iowa $106,226 Kansas $105,693 Louisiana $105,538 North Carolina $105,482 Missouri $105,460 Florida $105,027 Montana $104,794 Nebraska $104,572

Kentucky $104,450 South Carolina $104,006 Tennessee $103,729 Idaho $103,618 New Mexico $102,807 Oklahoma $102,630 Alabama $101,975 South Dakota $100,876

Arkansas $100,276 West Virginia $99,955 Mississippi $98,989

Top Paying Cities for Nuclear Inspectors

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $116,522
Albion: $115,538
Ashaway: $116,301

Adamsville, RI $116,522 Albion, RI $115,538 Ashaway, RI $116,301 Barrington, RI $115,234 Block Island, RI $115,875 Bradford, RI $116,231 Bristol, RI $115,678 Carolina, RI $116,039

Charlestown, RI $116,082 Chepachet, RI $115,851 Clayville, RI $115,528 Coventry, RI $115,533 West Greenwich, RI $115,852 East Greenwich, RI $115,456 Exeter, RI $115,820 Fiskeville, RI $115,231

Forestdale, RI $116,119 Foster, RI $115,790 Glendale, RI $116,128 Greene, RI $115,942 Greenville, RI $115,276 Harmony, RI $115,425 Harrisville, RI $116,078 Hope, RI $115,304

Hope Valley, RI $116,199 Hopkinton, RI $116,352 Jamestown, RI $115,964 Kenyon, RI $116,025 Little Compton, RI $116,505 Manville, RI $115,690 Mapleville, RI $115,873 Newport, RI $116,081

Middletown, RI $116,132 North Kingstown, RI $115,654 North Scituate, RI $115,426 Oakland, RI $115,998 Pascoag, RI $116,155 Pawtucket, RI $115,062 Central Falls, RI $115,113 Cumberland, RI $115,766

Lincoln, RI $115,228 Portsmouth, RI $116,068 Prudence Island, RI $115,830 Rockville, RI $116,335 Saunderstown, RI $115,894 Shannock, RI $116,032 Slatersville, RI $116,120 Slocum, RI $115,891

Tiverton, RI $116,421 Wakefield, RI $115,993 Kingston, RI $115,948 Narragansett, RI $116,025 Peace Dale, RI $115,978 Warren, RI $115,531 Warwick, RI $115,209 Westerly, RI $116,329

West Kingston, RI $115,985 West Warwick, RI $115,350 Wood River Junction, RI $116,150 Woonsocket, RI $116,126 North Smithfield, RI $115,862 Wyoming, RI $116,032 Providence, RI $115,028 Cranston, RI $115,044

North Providence, RI $115,057 East Providence, RI $115,036 Riverside, RI $115,073 Rumford, RI $115,056 Smithfield, RI $115,289 Johnston, RI $115,096

Nuclear Inspector Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Nuclear Inspector's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$105,291

Average $115,084/year

$121,295

$8,774

Average $9,590/month

$10,108

$2,025

Average $2,213/week

$2,333

$51

Average $55/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,295	$10,108	$2,333	$58
Average	$115,084	$9,590	$2,213	$55
25th Percentile	$105,291	$8,774	$2,025	$51

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